Heart-Healthy General Tso Sauce

Elevate your homemade meals with this Heart-Healthy General Tso Sauce, a guilt-free twist on the beloved Chinese takeout classic. Crafted with low-sodium soy sauce, a touch of honey, and zesty orange zest, this sauce delivers bold, tangy-sweet flavors without the excess sodium or sugar. Freshly grated ginger, minced garlic, and a dash of crushed red pepper flakes bring a delightful depth and a hint of heat, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect velvety consistency. Finished with a splash of toasted sesame oil for a nutty richness, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the ultimate pairing for stir-fried vegetables, lean proteins, or tofu. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this recipe proves that heart-healthy eating can still pack a flavorful punch.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame oil

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, grated ginger, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, tomato paste, and orange zest until well combined.

Step 2

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water together to create a slurry. This will help thicken the sauce.

Step 3

In a saucepan over medium heat, pour the combined sauce ingredients. Stir occasionally and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes or until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the toasted sesame oil. This will give the sauce a rich, nutty finish.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. Pair it with your favorite stir-fried vegetables, chicken, or tofu for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(227.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	275.6

Total Fat 5.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2016.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 9.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30.7mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 253.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.9%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 72.1%